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Pretoria vs Cape Town

South Africa vs South Africa · 1,308 km apart

Pretoria

South Africa

R9,691 ($532)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Cape Town

South Africa

R10,485 ($576)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpensePretoriaCape TownCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$5.41$5.81Pretoria
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$21.62$23.26Pretoria
Cappuccino$1.62$1.74Pretoria
Monthly groceries (single person)$123$132Pretoria
Monthly public transport pass$19.82$21.32Pretoria
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$52.26$56.20Pretoria
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$15.14$16.28Pretoria
Fitness club membership$15.14$16.28Pretoria
Cinema ticket$3.96$4.26Pretoria
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$247$271Pretoria
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$172$188Pretoria
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$516$565Pretoria
Total single-person budget$532$576Pretoria
Average net salary$1,166$1,254

Verdict

Pretoria is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Pretoria runs about $532 versus $576 in Cape Town — a difference of roughly 8%.

Salary-adjusted, Cape Town leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Pretoria  ·  Full cost of living in Cape Town

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pretoria cheaper than Cape Town?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $532 per month in Pretoria versus $576 in Cape Town — about 8% less.
How far is Pretoria from Cape Town?
The straight-line distance between Pretoria and Cape Town is approximately 1,308 km (813 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Pretoria or Cape Town?
The estimated average net salary is $1,166 in Pretoria and $1,254 in Cape Town. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $634 in Pretoria versus $678 in Cape Town per month.